Matz is in the final year of a $44 million contract, so if the Blue Jays do trade for him, he will most likely be a rental, but he could provide a boost in the back end of the Toronto bullpen. More MLB: Trade idea sees Phillies acquiring 2 star relievers to solidify bullpen

The New York Yankees could be well-positioned to trade for this setup man from the St. Louis Cardinals by Thursday's deadline.

The New York Yankees saw one of their former (and most reliable relievers) get designated for assignment by the Toronto Blue Jays.

Before Tuesday’s game against the Miami Marlins, Contreras reiterated his desire to stay in St. Louis with John Mozeliak (President of Baseball Operations), saying he’s happy with the organization and already feels fulfilled after winning a World Series title with the Cubs in 2016.

To set the stage for the sprint to the deadline, here's a primer based on what I'm hearing from front office executives across the league.

Veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco had been in the rotation for the Yankees' Class AAA affiliate before the trade to the Braves.